Merkur 33C Classic Safety Razor

The Merkur Classic Safety Razor is a chrome finished 3-piece double edge razor. The comfortable handle is approximately 3" long and is designed with a non-slip grip. This razor uses double edge blades for a close and comfortable shave. Replacement blades are available.

<p>Was using a pro glide fusion power prior, this was my first DE safety razor. I was nervous about cutting myself. I Used the Merkur blade that was included, and continued using them and have not had one problem. In fact, I have cut myself worse with the cheap single blade Bic disposables. At first I was real cautious, but after a few shaves with the Merkur blades, I am more comfortable with my 33c than I was with and disposable I ever used. Plus I get a much closer shave. My other choice was the 34c, but in the long run, I think I like the longer handle better. And I think it looks better. Good grip with soapy hands too!</p>

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Ed

Merker razor 33c

Great Razor. Did lots of research before buying the Merkur 33C razor.Took advise and ordered the sampler pack of blades.Was not sure if I would like the three piece razor after using the TTO but love it.Haven't used all the blade brands yet but do see a difference between blades. Bottom line, I'm starting to enjoy shaving with the double edge razor but there is a learning curve. The one thing I do is have a pill jar with WD-40 and a Que tip and after I clean the razor I coat the razor and blade with it,seems to make the blade last longer and will keep the razor looking nice a lot longer.

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D King

First Merkur

Great razor. Easy transition from my Gillette SS. Ever slightly more aggressive. Shaves great with Dorco and Feather blades.

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Randy Harris

Great Razor

The 33C is a great razor, and well worth the price. Of all the razors I have used, this is the most blade dependant razor I have come across. I have a light beard and sensitive skin, after you find the right blade this razor is very gentle and gives a BBS shave quite easily. I would recomend buying one of WCS's blade samplers along with the razor.

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Moose

Excellent first razor

This was given to me as a gift and I have been using it for about 6 months now. It was my first razor and intro into the DE world. I think it's nicely made and easy to shave with. The key is the blades. Buy a sample blade package-deal and find a good blade you like. If you're just getting warmed up to DE shaving, it's OK to use regular gel or canned foam shaving cream to get the hang of it. After you run out, look at getting some of the shave soaps and ones you have to use a brush with. It's much easier using a brush than hands. With this razor, make sure you keep the top "dome" clean and polished. Keep it that way so the razor can glide down your face and the only resistance offered is from the blade contacting the whiskers. I have since "upgraded" razors (another Merkur) but will keep this one as a backup. Works great.

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Doug McComb

Mr.

I am 52 years old and never believed shaving could be so enjoyable, just received my Merkur 33C and a sample pack of blades in the mail today and tried it out with a Feather blade tonight, what a comfortable shave, Granddad knew a thing or two about shaving. Now I will actually look forward to a hot shave. Thanks West Coast for fast shipping.